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Can science help us give behavior advice more effectively?
cats companion animal research

Can science help us give behavior advice more effectively?

As a cat behavior consultant, I’m always looking for ways to improve the effectiveness of the services I provide for…
May 13, 2022May 13, 2022
Survey says – cat owners have a hard time medicating their cats
cats companion animal research

Survey says – cat owners have a hard time medicating their cats

If you’re a cat owner, you most likely have had to administer some form of medication to your cat. Whether…
April 10, 2022April 10, 2022
Cat Bites: Recent Research about Cats
cats companion animal research

Cat Bites: Recent Research about Cats

Dreaming About Cats: An Online Survey A study recently looked at the content of people’s dreams…and whether they included cats!…
February 12, 2022February 12, 2022
Do food toys improve cats’ quality of life?
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Do food toys improve cats’ quality of life?

You know I love feline food puzzles (aka food toys, foraging toys) – I use them with my own cats…
December 27, 2021December 27, 2021
No, your cat isn’t a psychopath
cats companion animal research

No, your cat isn’t a psychopath

A new study takes a biased look at cats I really hemmed and hawed about whether to comment on this…
December 12, 2021December 13, 2021
Can pet tech help your cat lose weight?
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Can pet tech help your cat lose weight?

A newly published study is small, but promising Being overweight impact a significant number of pet cats — current estimates…
November 21, 2021November 21, 2021
Does a supplement for cats help with joint pain?
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Does a supplement for cats help with joint pain?

New research points to a strong placebo effect We take our knees and other joints for granted, but over time,…
November 8, 2021November 8, 2021
Does warming your cat’s food increase its appeal?
cats companion animal research

Does warming your cat’s food increase its appeal?

Science says yes (at least for older cats). As cats get older, a common issue is getting them to eat…
October 25, 2021October 25, 2021
Does your cat find your scent comforting?
cats companion animal research

Does your cat find your scent comforting?

Cats have an excellent sense of smell, not quite on par with that of dogs, but certainly one that greatly…
October 12, 2021October 12, 2021
Nosework: Scent based enrichment FOR YOUR CAT!!
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Nosework: Scent based enrichment FOR YOUR CAT!!

You NEED to meet Hanna Fushihara! She is a dog trainer (CPDT-KA – Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers Knowledge…
August 22, 2021August 26, 2021

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